Crews putting out fires dealt with yobs hurling fireworks at them, including six rockets, as they tried to carry out their jobs.

Several youths were seen filming the attacks on their mobile phones.

As they recovered from dealing with one of their busiest nights of the year, they said: “Thanks to the vast majority of people in Tyne and Wear for their attitude, friendliness and responsible behaviour during this bonfire period.

Video still showing firefighters being pelted with fireworks while trying to put out a blaze in Fenham (Image: Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service)

“Also, a huge thanks to our Operational and Control Room staff on what has been a very busy time, maintaining professionalism as always.”

However, clearly not everyone in our region was responsible that night and the fire service has released the shocking video of their crews being pelted with dangerous fireworks while they try to put out a blaze in Fenham.